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Bonitto Has Bone Spur Removed, Set to Return to Broncos Practice Next Week

Payton emphasized the surgery’s minor nature, saying it was unrelated to Bonitto’s upcoming free-agency negotiations.

Jan 5, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos linebacker Nik Bonitto (15) following the win against the Kansas City Chiefs at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The procedure removed a small spur from the top of Bonitto’s foot, required only three stitches, and involved no weight-bearing restrictions.
  • Coach Sean Payton said the absence stemmed solely from the foot issue and praised Bonitto’s approach to recovery.
  • Tight end Nate Adkins underwent a tightrope surgery for a sprained ankle and is expected to miss the start of the regular season.
  • Left tackle Garett Bolles left joint practice with an asthma-related issue but was examined and deemed fit to continue preparations.
  • Linebackers Dre Greenlaw and Drew Sanders are on recovery timelines from quad and foot surgeries, shaping Denver’s early-season depth evaluations.